Restaurant Team Members (Cooks & Kitchen)

LV Petroleum • Wellborn, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

LV Petroleum is hiring restaurant team members, including cooks and kitchen staff, to work inside its travel center. Cooks support food preparation and cooking, help keep the kitchen running efficiently, and work with chefs and other kitchen staff to prepare quality food and maintain a clean, organized workspace. The posting also describes cashier team members as providing guests with a pleasant experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves preparing ingredients and cooking or assisting with dishes according to menu specifications. Team members use kitchen equipment safely, monitor food quality and cooking temperatures, follow food-safety and sanitation procedures, support inventory and stock rotation, and coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to fulfill customer orders. The position requires working in a hot, busy, fast-paced setting and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Previous kitchen or food-preparation experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain focused under pressure.
• Knowledge of food-safety and sanitation procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Willingness to learn and follow kitchen protocols and procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 30–40 lbs.
• Ability to work in a hot and busy kitchen environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food-preparation role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and measuring ingredients.
• Follow recipes and menu specifications to ensure consistency and quality.
• Help set up and organize the kitchen, ensuring ingredients and tools are available and in good condition.
• Cook or assist in cooking dishes according to diner menu specifications.
• Monitor food during cooking to ensure proper temperature and quality.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, stovetops, and other kitchen equipment according to safety procedures.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized, including cleaning countertops, equipment, and dishes.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and local food-safety requirements.
• Dispose of food waste and follow waste-management protocols.
• Store and handle food properly to prevent cross-contamination and maintain freshness.
• Restock kitchen supplies, monitor food inventory, and notify management when supplies are low.
• Rotate food stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) practices to minimize waste.
• Work efficiently with kitchen staff to meet customer demand and prepare food promptly.
• Communicate with front-of-house staff so orders are completed and delivered on time.
• Assist with training new kitchen staff when required.
• Follow established cooking procedures, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Handle allergens and dietary restrictions appropriately when preparing food.
• Contribute to a positive and productive team atmosphere.
• As a cashier, provide guests with a pleasant experience in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Health care plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan (401k, IRA).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and public holidays.
• Weekly pay.
• Growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed